Charge Nurse - Initial Assessment Unit

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Charge Nurse - Initial Assessment Unit, Glasgow

Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

77756c41fafe

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14

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this position is days/nights.

We have the opportunity for a Band 6 Charge Nurse to join an enthusiastic forward-thinking team within The Initial Assessment Unit (IAU) in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. As part of this team, you will have responsibility for assessment, delivery, and supervision of all care needs within the acute receiving environment. You will be expected to lead the nursing team and coordinate the unit as deputy to the Senior Charge Nurse. You will provide clinical leadership for the assessment of patients' needs, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care which are evidence-based. A high degree of clinical expertise will be evident with also the ability to work to high clinical standards in this fast-paced environment. The successful applicant requires to be flexible, forward-thinking, and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment. You must demonstrate an awareness of staff, clinical and financial governance. The successful candidates should possess excellent communication skills and sound decision-making skills with evidence of ongoing professional development.

For further information contact SCN Fiona Sheppard or Sarah Logan on 0141 452 2308.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.